Tensions between the US and Iran have once again escalated to a critical level. The US has conducted airstrikes on over 140 targets in Iran. Meanwhile, Iran has been resorting to attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Against this backdrop, Iran attacked the commercial vessel ‘GFS Galaxy’ off the coast of Oman. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has strongly condemned this attack. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Ministry revealed that there were 11 Indians on board at the time of the attack; while 10 of them have been rescued, one Indian remains missing.
The Indian Embassy in Oman stated that it is closely monitoring the situation and announced that a rescue operation is underway for the missing individual. India has expressed deep concern and distress regarding the attack. India has called upon the global community to take immediate steps to de-escalate tensions in the region. India has firmly asserted that the targeting of commercial vessels and civilian infrastructure in the area must cease immediately.
